Category Archives: Nature

A Day in Las Vegas

Posted on January 27, 2024 by carmen

Las Vegas was not our destination but it was part of the journey of our family vacation in Arizona. Our oldest son had made all the arrangemens and booked our flight from Toronto to Las Vegas where we would rent … Continue reading →

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Joy to the World!

Posted on December 25, 2023 by carmen

What a fabulous adventure in Nevada and Arizona during the Christmas season! I packed my Route 66 suitcase and wore this funky, thrifted coat made in Canada. The highlight was seeing the spectacular Grand Canyon for the first time in … Continue reading →

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Time to say goodbye

Posted on September 28, 2023 by carmen

Once again, it’s time to say farewell to Summer. I love her long, sunny days and warm, starry nights–her gentle breeze that caress my face–her tender kisses at sunset. I enjoy the fruit she bears and the taste of her … Continue reading →

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To the Beach

Posted on July 7, 2023 by carmen

I wore this cool, handkerchief hem tunic, it’s one of those times I buy two in different colours or prints. Sometimes I wear it with a belt like here. I bought these gray capris in three colours: black, white and … Continue reading →

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Summer Days

Posted on June 26, 2023 by carmen

What a wonderful way to start summer with Jean’s arrival for Father’s Day! We enjoyed celebrating at our oldest son’s place (who is also a father of three, our dear grandchildren) and our youngest son was there too! First time … Continue reading →

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I’m in love with lilacs!

Posted on June 10, 2023 by carmen

The streets are alive with the sight of lilacs! It seems they are everywhere in our little town and along the country roadsides. The fragrance of lilacs is luxuriously intoxicating! In fact, I have a vase of them right here … Continue reading →

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Hydrangeas and Autumn Leaves

Posted on October 23, 2022 by carmen

The photos above were taken in my dear friend Ruth’s amazing garden. She gave me a bunch of hydrangeas and I put them in vases in every room. Beret: Zack’s (Canadian women’s apparel)T-shirt: thrifted – made in CanadaHoodie: Roxy (over … Continue reading →

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Thrifted Michael Kors Top

Posted on June 2, 2022 by carmen

The fragrance of the lilacs I love this time of year when flowers and blossoms appear, they make such lovely backdrops. Top: Michael Kors via thrifted $5.Clutch: gift Skinny jeans: Le ChateauSandals: Romika I was happy to find this Michael Kors … Continue reading →

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A Special Mother’s Day

Posted on May 13, 2022 by carmen

First time having my three children together for Mother’s Day in 22 years! I was so happy that Jean, my firstborn, came to visit us from Seattle! Our first adventure when she arrived was rescuing three baby red squirrels. No … Continue reading →

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Winter in Kincardine in black and red

Posted on March 10, 2022 by carmen

I bought this black and red windowpane check coat last autumn and it’s perfect for spring. With temperatures rising after a brutal winter, I love taking a walk into town and stroll along the shores of Lake Huron, my new … Continue reading →

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